FOI & Data Protection Specialist — Hybrid Role

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Amesbury; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working arrangements.

Weekly payroll.

Job summary

Service Care Solutions are currently working alongside a well-established Local Authority in Cheshire who are seeking an experienced Information Rights Officer to join their team on a locum basis. The role supports FOIA, EIR and data protection responsibilities within a proactive information governance group.

The position is hybrid with 1 day in the office per week and runs for around 3 months. A strong knowledge of FOIA, GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within Information Rights, Information Governance, Data Protection or a similar environment.
• Strong working knowledge of FOIA, EIR, UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
• Experience handling Freedom of Information requests and Subject Access Requests.
• Previous experience working within a Local Authority or public sector environment would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and respond to requests made under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA) and Environmental Information Regulations (EIR).
• Handle Subject Access Requests (SARs) and other information rights requests in line with relevant legislation and statutory timescales.
• Liaise with internal departments and relevant stakeholders to gather information and ensure requests are dealt with efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records of requests, decisions and correspondence.
• Assist with ensuring compliance with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, FOIA and EIR.
• Support the wider Information Governance function where required.

Skills

FOIA knowledge

EIR knowledge

UK GDPR

Data protection

SAR handling

Stakeholder liaison

Job description

Service Care Solutions are currently working alongside a well-established Local Authority in Cheshire who are seeking an experienced Information Rights Officer to join their team on a locum basis. The role supports FOIA, EIR and data protection responsibilities within a proactive information governance group.

The position is hybrid with 1 day in the office per week and runs for around 3 months. A strong knowledge of FOIA, GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 is essential.